Marissa vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Marissa

Girl #1,496 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"beloved, variant of Maria"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

American English Italian Spanish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,496
Total SSA Count
145
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Rissa, Mari, Marri

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Marissa Rank #1,496
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #1496 for Marissa.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Marissa ___

  • Marissa Anne
  • Marissa Lynn
  • Marissa Grace
  • Marissa Elizabeth
  • Marissa Nicole
  • Marissa Marie

Theodore ___

  • Theodore James
  • Theodore William
  • Theodore Alexander
  • Theodore John
  • Theodore Henry
  • Theodore Arthur

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Marissa

Melissa Vanessa Cassandra Jessica Brandon

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Marissa or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Marissa at #1496 in the United States.

What do Marissa and Theodore mean?

Marissa means "beloved, variant of Maria" (Latin origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Marissa and Theodore boy or girl names?

Marissa is primarily a girl name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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